We’re casting Muslim kids and teens for a photo + video shoot for Western Union. We need kids/teens under 20 who are Muslim and/or have experience celebrating Ramadan.
Pay is $3000 for 1 day of work in Portland, OR on Tue 9/17 or Wed 9/18. Must live in Oregon, Washington, or California. Must disclose your talent agency if applicable.
WHO WE NEED
We need people who are comfortable on camera for a photo + video shoot for Western Union.
We’re looking for:
No professional acting/modeling experience is needed to apply. You should feel comfortable on camera and be good at taking direction.
PROJECT INFORMATION
ADVERTISER: Western Union
TYPE: Stills + Video
UNION STATUS: Non-Union
SHOOT LOCATION: Portland, OR area
SHOOT DATES: Tue 9/17-Wed 9/18 (1 day, TBD), with a wardrobe fitting on Mon 9/16 (1-2 hours)
PAY IF HIRED: $3000 for 1 day of work
Pay includes your hours worked and the use of your image by the advertiser as outlined in the usage terms below.
Mileage/lodging reimbursement available for talent who live more than 100 miles from Portland.
Talent agents: +20% available on all listed rates.
USAGE TERMS: Stills: 1 year global - online , digital, internet/new media, print retail, OOH (includes BTS). Paid + organic. Video: 1 year global - online, internet/new media, digital (includes OTT/Streaming/Connected TV), paid + organic.
HIRING REQUIREMENTS: Must be 18+, live in Oregon, Washington, or California, and be legally eligible to work in the US. If you have a talent agent, it is mandatory to list your agency on your application.
People of all identities (races, sizes, physical abilities, genders, sexualities, religions, ethnicities, countries of origin, and more) who fall within the given parameters are welcome and encouraged to apply. We are committed to representing authentic diversity across all projects.
We need people who are comfortable on camera for a photo + video shoot for Western Union.
We’re looking for:
- South Asian and/or Indian people | People age 14+ with ancestry in South Asian countries.
- North African and/or Middle Eastern people | Adults, kids, and teens with ancestry in North African and/or Middle Eastern countries.
- Muslim Kids/Teens: Kids under 20 who are Muslim and/or have experience celebrating Ramadan.
No professional acting/modeling experience is needed to apply. You should feel comfortable on camera and be good at taking direction.
PROJECT INFORMATION
ADVERTISER: Western Union
TYPE: Stills + Video
UNION STATUS: Non-Union
SHOOT LOCATION: Portland, OR area
SHOOT DATES: Tue 9/17-Wed 9/18 (1 day, TBD), with a wardrobe fitting on Mon 9/16 (1-2 hours)
PAY IF HIRED: $3000 for 1 day of work
Pay includes your hours worked and the use of your image by the advertiser as outlined in the usage terms below.
Mileage/lodging reimbursement available for talent who live more than 100 miles from Portland.
Talent agents: +20% available on all listed rates.
USAGE TERMS: Stills: 1 year global - online , digital, internet/new media, print retail, OOH (includes BTS). Paid + organic. Video: 1 year global - online, internet/new media, digital (includes OTT/Streaming/Connected TV), paid + organic.
HIRING REQUIREMENTS: Must be 18+, live in Oregon, Washington, or California, and be legally eligible to work in the US. If you have a talent agent, it is mandatory to list your agency on your application.
People of all identities (races, sizes, physical abilities, genders, sexualities, religions, ethnicities, countries of origin, and more) who fall within the given parameters are welcome and encouraged to apply. We are committed to representing authentic diversity across all projects.
NON-DISCLOSURE AGREEMENT: By applying for this project, you agree not to mention your involvement in the project, nor disclose to outside parties any details regarding the advertiser, product, or shoot that may be shared during the casting process. Violation of the NDA may result in termination and/or legal action.
OUR PARTNERS: We recognize the brands we work with may not have a perfect history in terms of media representation or other social issues. We are partnering with them in hopes of moving in a thoughtful + conscientious direction. While we don't represent or speak for the brand directly, we'd be happy to receive any feedback this casting call may bring up, in order to open a dialogue on your behalf. Your voice matters.
OUR PARTNERS: We recognize the brands we work with may not have a perfect history in terms of media representation or other social issues. We are partnering with them in hopes of moving in a thoughtful + conscientious direction. While we don't represent or speak for the brand directly, we'd be happy to receive any feedback this casting call may bring up, in order to open a dialogue on your behalf. Your voice matters.
Selftape Instructions: Western Union
SHOOT DATES: Tue 9/17 + Wed 9/18 (1 day, TBD)
FITTING: Mon 9/16
Please do not submit if you are not available on all of the shoot dates listed. Partial conflicts on the fitting date are fine as long as you have some availability during business hours.
INSTRUCTIONSAudition instructions are the same for all roles.
Please prepare the following videos/photos for your audition:
NEXT STEPS: If you are selected for further consideration, we will reach out to you with the next steps. Please do not clear your schedule and assume you are not needed unless you hear from us.
Email all required photos/videos via WeTransfer.com to [email protected]. Please include your full name, the name of the project you’re applying for + the role in the message. Do not send YouTube, Vimeo, Google Drive, Dropbox, or other links.
SHOOT DATES: Tue 9/17 + Wed 9/18 (1 day, TBD)
FITTING: Mon 9/16
Please do not submit if you are not available on all of the shoot dates listed. Partial conflicts on the fitting date are fine as long as you have some availability during business hours.
INSTRUCTIONSAudition instructions are the same for all roles.
Please prepare the following videos/photos for your audition:
- Headshot Color Photo. No hats, sunglasses, or filters. This does not have to be a professional photo. Any recent, nice quality photo.
- Intro Video Standing, waist up. Landscape mode (horizontal). 1-2 minutes. Please look directly at the camera and answer the following prompt:
- PROMPT: Do you (or your family) celebrate Diwali, Christmas, and/or Ramadan? Tell us about favorite holiday traditions. If you don’t observe any of these holidays, tell us about your favorite wintertime traditions and activities.
- WARDROBE/HAIR/MAKEUP: No hats (religious head coverings are welcome if you wear them full time). We prefer no glasses, if that’s comfortable for you. Makeup should be light/natural, if any. Diwali talent: please express your personal style with unique clothing/accessory choices. Ramadan/Christmas Talent: Everyday clothing is fine. You can also include photos of you celebrating the holidays listed.
- (4-5) Photos from your acting/modeling portfolio (not headshots, please). If you don’t have acting/modeling experience, any recent photos of you.
NEXT STEPS: If you are selected for further consideration, we will reach out to you with the next steps. Please do not clear your schedule and assume you are not needed unless you hear from us.
Email all required photos/videos via WeTransfer.com to [email protected]. Please include your full name, the name of the project you’re applying for + the role in the message. Do not send YouTube, Vimeo, Google Drive, Dropbox, or other links.